Top Baby Names For 2022

Biblical to gender-neutral, top baby names of 2022.

Naming trends in the 21st century feature a diverse blend of historical names and meaningful modern variants. And the popular baby names of 2022 reflect the shifting preferences of parents in the US. From celebrating traditional biblical names to embracing modern unisex names, parents have shown various preferences and influences in their naming choices. The year also saw a rise in baby names from various cultures and backgrounds gaining popularity. This reflects the growing interconnectedness of society and the acceptance of different cultures.

Names such as Abigail (father’s joy) and Elijah (Yahweh is my God) find their roots in the Hebrew Bible and are loved by parents for their religious significance. At the same time, gender-neutral names such as Harper (someone who plays the harp) and Madison (son of Maud) have also won parents’ hearts. Also, place-inspired names like Santiago (Saint James) and Brooklyn (marshland) have become popular in the US. For a glimpse into the trendy and unique names of 2022, check out our list based on official SSA data detailing the most popular names across the country (1).

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Jennalyn		Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Emar		Unisex	Brave; Strong warrior
Jennelle		Girl	White phantom
Jennika		Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Jennilyn		Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Emeth		Unisex	Veracity; Truth; Firmness
Etzio-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Boy	Eagle
Idara		Unisex	Joy
Emjay-Baby-Name:-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Pronunciation-Guide		Unisex	Strong, unique, and charismatic
Jerusha		Girl	Possession; Inheritance; Legacy
Grissom		Boy	Grey
Evelio		Boy	Desired; Wished for
Ikra-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-History,-Variants-&-More		Unisex	Read; Recite; Confess
Gurdit		Boy	One born with guru's blessing
Isella		Girl	My God is an oath; Alone; Unique; Hostage; Pledge; Famous in battle; Sea of bitterness; Beloved
Haaris		Boy	Plowman; Cultivator
Enix-Name:-Complete-Guide-to-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Unique; Innovative; Forward-thinking
Ivannah		Girl	God is gracious
Eramis		Unisex	Graceful; Noble
Hafiz		Boy	Custodian; Protector; Guardian
Insley		Unisex	Island meadow
Iraa		Unisex	Hero; Fern; Wind; Earth; Speech; Watchful; Peace
Haki		Boy	Justice; Claim; Right; Privilege;
Hakon		Boy	Son or descendant of high battle
Jahaira		Girl	Jewel
Joelene		Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Halton		Boy	Hollow enclosure; Nook settlement
Ishara-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Treaty; Binding promise; Evening star; Goddess Ishtar.
Finton:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-More		Girl	White-inferno; White-bull; Marsh enclosure
Jorah		Girl	He teaches; Rain
Jordie		Girl	Down-flowing
Harith-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Plowman; Cultivator; Provide
Harleigh		Boy	Rock meadow; Hare meadow
Eyas		Unisex	Baby falcon, fledgling
Harveer		Boy	Warrior of God; Brave Defendant for the Lord; One who is victorious over destruction; A variant of Harvir
Izumi		Unisex	Spring; Fountain
Ezer		Unisex	Help
Izzi		Unisex	Honor; Strength; God is my oath
Hastin		Boy	Elephant
Haywood		Boy	Fence wood
Heaton		Boy	High town; Town on a hill
Gabin		Boy	The city of Gabii
Jaisa		Unisex	God makes
Juhi		Girl	Jasmine flower
Hebert		Boy	Bright battle
Jule		Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Goth or Geat
Fenn		Unisex	Peace; Boldness; Daring
Heinz		Boy	Household ruler
Fenway		Unisex	Through the fens; Through the marsh
Kadee		Girl	Clean; Clear Rythm; Flow; Pure
Kadie-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Torture
Hesham		Boy	Generous
Gannicus		Girl	Warrior or Champion
Hiero		Boy	Priest; Sacred; Holy place
Kaelie		Girl	Pure; Slender
Flex-Name-In-2025:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Flexibility; Strength
Janaiah		Unisex	Gift of god
Hiroki-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Big; Brightness; Greatness
France		Girl	Frenchman; Member of a Germanic tribe
Hobson		Boy	Son of Robert
Genji		Girl	Gold; Two beginnings; Original rule;
Kaianna		Girl	Sea; Grace
Holcomb		Boy	Deep hollow valley
Japji		Unisex	Meditative prayer; Holy chanting of the word
Furious		Unisex	Extremely angry; Full of rage
Holmes		Boy	Someone who lived by a holly tree or small island
Jazline:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-&-Popularity		Girl	Jasmine
Jara		Girl	Seagulls; Rockrose; To set free; Helmeted warrior; Mother; Spring
Geva		Girl	Hill; Gift
Hossein		Boy	Handsome
Husnain		Boy	Handsome and elegant; Pure in the eyes
Garnett		Boy	Hinge; Protection; Precious red gemstone
Kamsiyonna		Girl	God has granted my request
Kandy		Girl	Queen mother
Ifeanyichukwu		Boy	God is the most powerful; We can do anything with God
Jenin		Unisex	Spring of gardens; Name of a city in Palestine
Gulliver		Boy	Glutton
Jeniya		Unisex	God is gracious
Karigan-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Descendant of Ciaragán; Dark; Black
Gerber		Unisex	Tanner; Leather dresser
Karlene		Girl	Strong woman; Free woman
Karstyn		Girl	Mossy place
Joannah		Girl	God is gracious
Jeslin		Unisex	Gift of God; Blessing
Givenchy		Unisex	A habitational name; Gifted ruler
Inioluwa		Boy	Acquiring God's treasure
Goshen		Unisex	Land of plenty and blessings; God's servant
Hakoda-Name-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Box; Rice paddy; Feather; Child; Wing
Graves		Unisex	Count; Noble; Scribe
Jezelle-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	Hostage; Pledge
Katiya		Girl	Perfect; Pure; Clear
Haralambos-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Meanings-&-More		Boy	To shine from happiness
Jinan		Unisex	Paradise; Garden; Gold; Money; Peace; Quiet
Joules		Boy	Downy-bearded
Jisoo		Unisex	Wisdom and beauty; Ambition and beauty
Keena-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity-Guide-In-2025		Girl	Brave girl or woman
Hady		Unisex	Guide
Hael		Unisex	Generous; Nook; Retreat; Halo around the moon
Kella		Girl	Warrior
Heiden-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Heathen

Infographic: Modern Unisex Names Popular In 2022

Names that defy traditional gender categories offer a fresh take on naming conventions. In 2022, many gender-neutral names became popular as parents looked for unique and interesting names. The infographic below gives you a list of some of the most loved unisex names in the US.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team